Do I need to continue my Child support payments

If the mother is agreeable you should file a joint modification for termination of child support. If the mother is not agreeable, that you should...

Signing divorce papers

Yes - they can be by the same notary

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The court has an obligation to recognize the Father’s contribution to his pre-existing marital children in determining appropriate support for the...

I have joint custody with my daughter's father. I am looking to move to where my family lives in Colorado. What's my 1st step?

Where you have joint custody you will have a very difficult time convincing the court to permit you to relocate over the Father’s objections. The...

I am confused what I should do about my baby daddy how should I handle it with him

Te child’s father has no right to be with you during the birth of the child – you tell the hospital staff to have him leave. When the child is born...

I pay alimony to my ex wife who is now cohabiting with the guy she dumped me for. My marriage was 20 years. Can I modify in Ma?

Cohabitation is now a legitimate basis for termination or suspension of alimony though an action for modification, but it is also difficult to...

Tax credit

The tax credit can go to either of you but not both of you. A judge would most likely accept and Order any stipulation you and the Father can agree...

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If I filed a small claim in the wrong jurisdiction, can the defendant sue me for legal fees to dismiss?

They cannot sue you, but they can ask for attorney fees if they are successful in having the motion dismissed. It is unlikely, but possible –...

My fiancee currently pays but also owes back child support, does this mean they will take my money?

Your fiancé’s child support obligations are his and you can’t be held responsible for them. However, if your hold property jointly (home, checking,...

Does my car accident situation seem like I would have a case when appealing an +50% at-fault accident in MA?

Given the weather conditions and the fact that no citation was issued it is worth an appeal. Try to get a copy of the police report which should...